Summary

Twenty-seven grisly tales from the master of gothic fiction range from chilling horror to suspenseful mystery Few authors' names conjure up such an air of ghoulish terror as that of Edgar Allan Poe. Although best known for his classic gothic horror tales such as "The Pit and the Pendulum," "The Fall of the House of Usher," or "The Premature Burial," he also wrote mystery thrillers like "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" or "The Mystery of Marie Roget," and curious stories like "The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Fether." The best of his chilling horror stories and other suspenseful tales are presented here in one fantastic volume, providing an ideal introduction to this master of the macabre for those unfamiliar with Poe's work, or a welcome return to Poe's dark and mysterious world for committed enthusiasts.

Author Biography

Wonderfully versatile as an author and best known for his disturbing tales of terror, Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) holds a venerable place in the history of American literature.